MOSCOW, Sept 20, 2021 (BS/AFP) - Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday 
thanked Russians for their trust after the ruling United Russia party claimed 
a sweeping majority in parliamentary elections.

   "I would like to address special words of gratitude to the citizens of 
Russia (and) thank you for your trust, dear friends," Putin said at a 
televised meeting with Central Election Commission chief Ella Pamfilova.